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Scuba Diving Lembeh Strait

Makawide

Scuba diving the Lembeh Strait with pygmy seahorses - photo courtesy of Cary Yanny

This dive site is situated between 2 large boulders rising out of the ocean which offer amazing scuba diving opportunities over coral patches as the gradual slopes descend beneath the waves of the Lembeh Strait. Despite being right in the middle of the channel, currents are generally calm.

Between 15 and 25 metres, your chances increase for unforgettable and unique encounters with the macro life that is so typical of Lembeh Strait. This is one of the best spots for avid underwater photographers. Hippocampus seahorses are usually hard to see but you will be surprised at how easy it is to spot their tiny red bodies when offset against the black sand.

On the other hand, you might find it harder to identify their cousin, the ornate ghost pipefish, due to their incredible concealment skills. Also hidden in plain view will be the hairy or painted frogfish.

Sea whips are plentiful as you descend, providing perfect homes for black coral crabs and the miniscule Pontohi pygmy seahorse. Perfect eyesight is definitely required … or a good Lembeh Strait dive guide!

Makawide Reef Basics: Black, sandy bottom and patches of hard coral
Depth: 5 - 30m
Visibility: 15 - 25m
Currents: Gentle
Surface conditions: Calm
Water temperature: 26 - 29°C
Experience level: Beginner - advanced
Number of dive sites: 1
Diving season: All year round
Distance: ~3 km from Bitung Harbour (10 mins)
Access: Lembeh and Manado resorts and liveaboards

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